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A vibrant healthy dinner recipe featuring rice and assorted vegetables in a bowl.

Vibrant Healthy Dinner Recipe with Rice and Veggies

This vibrant and healthy dinner recipe features fluffy brown rice paired with a colorful medley of sautéed vegetables, all tossed in a savory and aromatic sauce. It's a delicious and satisfying meal that's packed with nutrients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Small bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Rice

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Veggies

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 carrot thinly sliced

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • Pinch red pepper flakes

Garnish

  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • Toasted sesame seeds

Instructions
 

Rice Preparation

  • Combine brown rice, vegetable broth, and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35-45 minutes until the water is absorbed and rice is tender. Let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Vegetable Preparation

  • While the rice cooks, chop the onion, garlic, bell pepper, broccoli, mushrooms, snap peas, and carrot.

Sautéing

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, then add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Add red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and carrots to the skillet, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
  • Stir in sliced mushrooms and snap peas, cooking for 3-5 more minutes until all vegetables are bright and tender-crisp.

Assembly and Serving

  • Whisk together tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  • Add cooked brown rice to the skillet with the vegetables, pour the sauce over, and toss to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to heat through.
  • Serve hot in bowls, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra protein, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu to the dish. Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what's in season or your preferences, such as adding snow peas, bell peppers, or zucchini. Adjust the red pepper flakes to your desired level of spice. This dish is excellent for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.